General Manager – Legal Services and Corporation Secretary

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Spearhead the formulation, implementation and review of the Corporation’s legal strategies, guidelines and the development of relevant legislations, regulations and policies to safeguard the interest of the Corporation

Spearhead the implementation of principles of corporate governance, relevant national policies, guidelines and directives

Oversee preparation and management of the Board annual work plans

Lead in providing legal advisory services to the Corporation to ensure compliance with existing law and regulatory requirements

Spearhead legal negotiations on matters relating to concessioning of railways and interpreting concession documents to safeguard corporation’s interests

Provide strategic leadership and co-ordinate preparation and reviewing of contractual agreements in which the Corporation is a party

Advising on new legislation, both locally and from other jurisdictions doing business with the Corporation, with an impact on the operations of the Corporation

Advising on management of contracts to safeguard Corporation’s assets, interests and reputation

Provide leadership in advising and managing litigation and dispute resolution between various stakeholders and the Corporation to protect the Corporation’s assets and reputation.

Provide leadership in execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Department has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, business continuity and succession management;

Spearhead formulation, implementation and review of the Department’s annual work plans, budgets and procurement and asset disposal plans in line with the Corporation’s performance targets and strategic plan;

Oversee nurturing of competencies and promote a working environment that optimizes individual and team potential in the Department;

Provide leadership in the development and implementation of corruption prevention and mitigation strategies in the Department;

Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the Department;

Coordinate implementation of a robust performance management system within the Department through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract and the strategic plan;

Provide strategic leadership in supervision, coaching, mentoring, training, and development of all staff to ensure an efficient and motivated team in the Department to achieve business and people objectives.

Lead in identifying and implementing best practices in management and legal regime

To steer management and implementation of change initiatives to achieve desired business goals and culture in the Department.

Provide strategic leadership in development, implementation, monitoring and review of the Department’s annual budget, procurement and disposal plan, annual performance contract and the Department’s periodic reports.

Spearhead resource mobilization in the department.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

Oversee the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the legal services Department

Co-ordinate Board matters by preparing and dispatching Board Agendas, Board papers, minutes and action reports

Liaising with the Chairman and the Managing Director in preparation of agenda for board meetings

Communicating decisions of the Board to the Managing Director for appropriate action

Co-ordinate reporting on implementation of Board decisions and preparing reports to the Board

Oversee approval and appointment of external lawyers to represent the Corporation in legal matters

Liaise with the Managing Director for authentication of the use of the common seal of the Corporation.

Custodian of ownership documents of the Corporation’s assets

Appraise the direct reports.

​​​​​​​Financial Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership in development, implementation, monitoring and review of the Department’s annual budget, procurement and disposal plan, annual performance contract and the Department’s periodic reports.

Spearhead resource mobilization in the department

​​​​​​​Requirements of the Position

Master’s degree in a relevant field from a reputable institution.

Bachelor’s degree in Law from a reputable institution

Post graduate diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law or such similar qualification from a reputable institution

An advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a Member of the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing

Certified Public Secretary and a member of ICS in good standing

Certificate in Strategic Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks

At least fifteen (15) years relevant experience five (5) of which should be in a senior management position in a State Corporation or in a comparable organization in the Public Service or private sector

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Functional Skills, Behavioural Competencies/Attributes

Leadership skills,

Negotiation skills,

Problem solving skills;

Financial management skills;

Organizational skills;

Strategic management skills;

Stakeholder management skills;

Change management skills;

Analytical skills;

Emotional Intelligence;

Interpersonal Skills;

Networking & collaboration skills;

Creativity and Innovation;

Time management skills

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA , Postgraduate Diploma , Professional Certificate

How to apply

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

General Manager – Legal Services and Corporation Secretary

General Manager - Corporate Services

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application: -

A Signed application letter;

A detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating current and previous employers, positions held, level of education, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment and names of at least three professional referees;

Copies of academic and professional certificates; and

Copy of National Identification Card or Passport.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO NOTE:

Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application;

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted;

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during interviews;

It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents; and

Beware fraudsters misusing the Company name to solicit money from unsuspecting job seekers.

Only Successful candidates will be expected to present the following Chapter Six Clearance Certificates: -

Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;

Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);

Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);

Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); and

Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications are invited to submit their applications via the job link available on the Kenya Railways website: www.krc.co.ke. Applicants must clearly indicate the Position Applied for and the Vacancy Reference Number in the subject heading. A detailed step-by-step guide to the application process is available on the Corporation’s website.

NOTE: These positions are open to KENYAN Citizens ONLY.

The successful candidates for the positions will be offered competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Corporation guidelines.

Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications by 9th November, 2026 at 5.00pm so as to reach: -

The Managing Director

Kenya Railways

P.O. Box 30121 - 00100

NAIROBI

https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1364777

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